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High-Low Mix: Cropped Sweater & Tulle Skirt

how to wear a maxi skirt, how to wear tulle skirt, how to wear a pleated skirt, how to wear a crop top,   Olivia Palermo, Jessica Alba, fashion week, street style,    On Olivia Palermo: Chloé Polka-dot layered tulle skirt,Christian Dior colorblock black and white clutch, Manolo Blahnik bb pump, black sweater;    On Jessica Alba: Ralph Lauren black crop sweater, Ralph Lauren pink maxi skirt, Ralph Lauren patent leather bag, Ralph Lauren cat eye sunglasses, Ralph Lauren Bliesta Calfskin ankle strap Sandal, Ralph Lauren watch,Photos: Olivia Palermo & Jessica Alba; Courtesy of imaxtree.com, justjared.com.

Do you have a delicate, exquisite dress or skirt that has been sitting in the closet waiting for that special moment, which might never come? Well, it’s time to pull it out. Be creative and experimental, make your evening skirt day-time appropriate by teaming it with jumpers, sweatshirts, tees or a bomber jacket.

Here, as a nod to the hottest crop-top trend, Olivia Palermo & Jessica Alba picked black short sweaters to highlight their beautiful light-colored skirts and make them pre-fall appropriate. With an evening clutch and embellished pump, Olivia Palermo’s combo is great for a night-out or an event. Jessica Alba dressed the similar combo street chic by accessorizing it with a hobo bag and fabulous sunglasses.

From the bags they carried, you can get an idea of this season’s bag trend: yes, instead of making a statement, this season, let your bag blend in and be part of your outfit.

不知道你是不是像我一样,衣橱里躺着几条精美的丝绸或刍纱的长裙,等着某个特别的日子再拿出来穿,但几年过去了,还躺在衣柜底,一次都没碰过。今天的两个造型或许能给我们灵感,多做些尝试,搭配日常穿着的单品,比如毛衣T恤帽衫运动夹克,让这些看似特别场合才穿的单品多见些阳光。

纯美的颜色、独特的细节设计和精美的面料让Olivia Palermo和 Jessica Alba所穿的这些淡雅的长裙公主般梦幻。搭配上大热的短款毛衣,平衡了它们的隆重感,深色调也使这身look更适合渐冷的天气。通过变换配饰就能让这些搭配适合不同场合:可以像Olivia Palermo一样加上精美的手拿包和水晶装饰的高跟鞋,适合约会、参加晚宴或其它正式活动;或像Jessica Alba所示范的,加上休闲风的斜挎包、太阳镜凉鞋,打造适合白天出街,轻松又抢眼的look.

提到包款,与以往抢眼的设计不同,今年秋冬服装唱主角,所以包款的选择上,要能与服装相呼应,融为一体。

how to wear a maxi skirt, how to wear tulle skirt, how to wear a pleated skirt, how to wear a crop top,   Olivia Palermo, Jessica Alba, fashion week, street style,    On Olivia Palermo: Chloé Polka-dot layered tulle skirt,Christian Dior colorblock black and white clutch, Manolo Blahnik bb pump, black sweater;  Featured:  1. Topshop Knitted Funnel Cropped Top, 2. Chloé Polka-dot layered tulle skirt, 3. PrimaryFold Over Python Clutch, 4. Rachel Roy Black white multi/red/black pump, 5. Bobbi Brown 'Smokey Eye' Mascara

1. Topshop knitted cropped top (also love this one)
2. Chloé polka-dot layered tulle skirt (also here; similar here)
3. Primary fold over python Clutch
4. Rachel Roy Aron4 (also here & here)
5. Bobbi Brown ‘Smokey Eye’ mascara
how to wear a maxi skirt, how to wear tulle skirt, how to wear a pleated skirt, how to wear a crop top,   Olivia Palermo, Jessica Alba, fashion week, street style,  On Jessica Alba: Ralph Lauren black crop sweater, Ralph Lauren pink maxi skirt, Ralph Lauren patent leather bag, Ralph Lauren cat eye sunglasses, Ralph Lauren Bliesta Calfskin ankle strap Sandal, Ralph Lauren watch,   Featured:  1. Topshop Knitted Funnel Cropped Top, 2. Elizabeth and James Madison Sunglasses, 3. Reiss Mason Maxi MAXI SKIRT, 4. Marc Jacobs The 1984 Patent Satchel Bag, 5. Ralph LaurenBliesta Calfskin Sandal, 6. Yves Saint Laurent ROUGE VOLUPTÉ
1. Topshop knitted cropped top (also love this one)
2. Elizabeth and James Madison sunglasses (on Jessica Alba here)
3. Reiss maxi skirt  (great style here!)
4. Marc Jacobs The 1984 patent satchel (similar here)
5. Ralph Lauren Bliesta calfskin sandal (great alternative here)
6. Yves Saint Laurent silky sensual radiant lipstick in ‘Nude Beige’

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Daytime Glamour: Crop Top

How to wear crop tops, How to wear lace tops; street style, Vanessa Hudgens, Ashley Tisdale, lace crop top, white pants, strap sandal, Givenchy ‘Nightingale’, black skirt, yellow bag, aviator sunglasses,spring/summer outfit ideas 2013,    On Vanessa Hudgens: Catherine Malandrino white crop top, Catherine Malandrino white high waisted pants,  Giuseppe Zanotti nude strappy sandal, Givenchy ‘Nightingale’ medium tote;    On Ashley Tisdale: For Love & Lemons Anna crochet embroidered Crop top, Ray-Ban Aviator sunglasses, Christian Louboutin ankle strap sandal, black skirt, yellow Celine bag; Photos: Vanessa Hudgens & Ashley Tisdale; Courtesy of instyle.com, coolspotters.com.

Midriff baring is not only trendy now, also quite practical for combating the heat. Wearing crop pieces for night-time is easy: a bustier with high-waisted pencil skirt or a bandeau and hot shorts with a boyfriend blazer. But styling it daytime appropriate can be quite challenging. Today, I featured two daytime chic outfits to give your some inspiration.

Compared to plain jersey version, the ones on today’s featured style-conscious starlets are more elegant and feminine thanks to the beautiful embroidered details and high neckline. Exposing just the right amount of skin by pairing them with high-waisted pants or skirts. Strappy sandals echo the polished glamour while the eye-catching It bags on them add a touch of urban chic.

How to wear crop tops, How to wear lace tops; street style, Vanessa Hudgens, Ashley Tisdale, lace crop top, white pants, strap sandal, Givenchy ‘Nightingale’, black skirt, yellow bag, aviator sunglasses,spring/summer outfit ideas 2013,   On Vanessa Hudgens: Catherine Malandrino white crop top, Catherine Malandrino white high waisted pants,  Giuseppe Zanotti nude strappy sandal, Givenchy ‘Nightingale’ medium tote;   Alternatives: 1. For Love & Lemons Anna lace Crop in Ivory,  2. Ray-Ban aviator sunglasses,  3. Chloé Eau de Parfum Spray,  4. Isabella Oliver 365 The Drape Skirt with asymmetrical hem,  5. Reed Krakoff Color-block rubberized and patent-leather sandals,  6. 3.1 Phillip Lim Pashli Medium Satchel,

1. Topshop lace crop top (similar on sale here)
2. SunaharA Malibu ring set
3. ASOS linen pants
4. Givenchy ‘Nightingale’ (similar here)
5. Illamasqua nail color ‘Spartan’
6. Steve Madden sandal (also here)

How to wear crop tops, How to wear lace tops; street style, Vanessa Hudgens, Ashley Tisdale, lace crop top, white pants, strap sandal, Givenchy ‘Nightingale’, black skirt, yellow bag, aviator sunglasses,spring/summer outfit ideas 2013,   On Ashley Tisdale: For Love & Lemons Anna crochet embroidered Crop top, Ray-Ban Aviator sunglasses, Christian Louboutin ankle strap sandal, black skirt, yellow Celine bag;   Alternatives: 1. Topshop floral Lace Crop Top,  2. SunaharA Malibu Suna Ring Set,  3. ASOS Peg white linen Pants,  4. Givenchy Nightingale Satchel,  5. Illamasqua Nail Varnish 'Spartan',  6. Steve Madden nude ankle strap sandal,

1. For Love & Lemons crop top (also here)
2. Ray-Ban aviator sunglasses
3. Chloé Eau de parfum spray
4. Isabella Oliver drape skirt
5. Reed Krakoff color-block sandals (also here; similar on sale here)
6. 3.1 Phillip Lim ‘Pashli’ (also here; on Ashley Tisdale here)

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Stripe on Stripe

How to wear stripes with stripes; How to wear crop tops; How to wear sheer tops; Heidi Klum, Beyoncé Knowles;  On Beyonce: Topshop stripe crop top,Topshop Stripe Tube Skirt,KURT GEIGERDASH RUCKSACk black leather backpack,KAREN WALKER 'Blue Moon' retro round sunglasses,bright orannge red pumps, black hat;  On Heidi Klum:Nili Lotan Silk Stripe sheer blouse,Robert Rodriguez stripe skirt ,Christian Louboutin black pump, blue Turquoise shark tooth necklace,hoop earrings.  the stripes should vary. For example, Heidi’s skirt has a wide stripe, while her blouse has a thinner stripe, breaking the two pieces up and creating balance.Photos: Heidi Klum & Beyoncé Knowles; Courtesy of pacificcoastnews.comsplashnews.com.

Love something? Double it! Print on print, denim on denim, and now, stripe on stripe! Like varying the shades of two denim pieces we talked here, the key of mixing stripes is varying the sizes: different widths and directions of the stripes create balance while adding depth and modern vibe to the monochrome ensemble.

To take it to the next level, stars and trendsetters look for details. Today’s featured ladies captured the skin-revealing trend by choosing sheer blouse or cropped top. To rock this trend gracefully, remember two words: balance and peek-a-boo. Long sleeves and modest underwear balance the see-through sheer fabric; Midi length skirt or high-waist pants elevate a crop top.

Choose accessories that are anything but sexy ones, be it classic black pump, whimsical sunglassestomboy backpack, or menswear fedora. Make the juxtaposition unexpected and attractive, in a good and graceful way.

How to wear stripes with stripes; How to wear crop tops; How to wear sheer tops; Heidi Klum, Beyoncé Knowles; On Heidi Klum:Nili Lotan Silk Stripe sheer blouse,Robert Rodriguez stripe skirt ,Christian Louboutin black pump, blue Turquoise shark tooth necklace,hoop earrings. Alternatives:   Charles by Charles David Charles David 'Sway' black pointy toe leathe Pump,  Michael Kors 'Status Link' Long Pendant Necklace ,  Deborah Lippmann Nail Color,

Top: Nili Lotan (on sale now! great style here)
Skirt: Robert Rodriguez ($14 here & here)
Shoes: Charles by Charles David (on Heidi Klum here)
Necklace: Michael Kors ($12 here)
Nail: Deborah Lippmann ‘Lady Is A Tramp’ 

How to wear stripes with stripes; How to wear crop tops; How to wear sheer tops; Heidi Klum, Beyoncé Knowles; On Beyonce: Topshop stripe crop top,Topshop Stripe Tube Skirt,KURT GEIGERDASH RUCKSACk black leather backpack,KAREN WALKER 'Blue Moon' retro round sunglasses,bright orannge red pumps, black hat; Alternatives:   kate spade new york 'licorice too' pump,  ASOS Roll Brim Felt Boater Hat,

Top: Topshop (similar here)
Skirt: Topshop (also here)
Shoes: Kate Spade New York (on sale! also here)
Bag: Kurt Geiger (great style here & here)
Hat: Asos (or this one)
Sunglasses: Karen Walker (similar here)